clothing – PMags.com https://pmags.com Practical advice and musings on the outdoors, hiking, backpacking, ski touring, and camping. Thu, 14 May 2026 05:52:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://pmags.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/cropped-fav-ico-160x160.jpg clothing – PMags.com https://pmags.com 32 32 81463906 Budget overlook – 32 Degree Heat light puffy https://pmags.com/budget-overlook-32-degree-heat-light-puffy https://pmags.com/budget-overlook-32-degree-heat-light-puffy#respond Tue, 12 May 2026 23:25:43 +0000 https://pmags.com/?p=43843 Budget overlook – 32 Degree Heat light puffy

An inexpensive, functional puffy jacket for outdoor work, go bags, day hikes, and starter backpacking kit. Not fancy, but useful. Read More ...

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An alternative sock to Darn Tough that does not quite work well for trail runners. Read More ...

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]]> https://pmags.com/gear-review-hywell-merino-wool-boot-socks/feed 1 43719 Western Snap shirts vs. Sun Hoodies- Hot and Dry Weather https://pmags.com/western-snap-shirts-vs-sun-hoodie-in-hot-and-dry-weather https://pmags.com/western-snap-shirts-vs-sun-hoodie-in-hot-and-dry-weather#comments Wed, 25 Mar 2026 05:14:20 +0000 https://pmags.com/?p=43655 Western Snap shirts vs. Sun Hoodies- Hot and Dry Weather

I’ve tried several sun hoodies over the years. I still find my poly-cotton Western snap shirt works better in hot, dry weather. Here’s why. Read More ...

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A look at some effective sun hoodies for cool to cold weather use. Read More ...

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]]> https://pmags.com/one-year-review-oygsieg-sun-hoodie/feed 0 43583 Standard vs Grid vs Alpha vs Octa Fleece for Backpacking: Real-World Pros and Cons https://pmags.com/solid-standard-fleece-vs-grid-fleece https://pmags.com/solid-standard-fleece-vs-grid-fleece#comments Wed, 18 Feb 2026 20:00:01 +0000 https://pmags.com/?p=17143 Standard vs Grid vs Alpha vs Octa Fleece for Backpacking: Real-World Pros and Cons

Solid, grid, Alpha, and Octa fleece for backpacking and hiking. Real-world durability, breathability, cost, and when each layer works best. Updated Feb 2026. Read More ...

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Joan looks at her new favorite car camping staples these past few months - The Squak Camp Dress. Read More ...

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]]> https://pmags.com/gear-review-squak-camp-dress/feed 0 38649 Two+ Year review – LightHeart Gear Fleece Hoodie https://pmags.com/2-year-review-lightheart-gear-fleece-hoodie https://pmags.com/2-year-review-lightheart-gear-fleece-hoodie#respond Wed, 05 Mar 2025 04:58:55 +0000 https://pmags.com/?p=35646 Two+ Year review – LightHeart Gear Fleece Hoodie

A longer term review of the LightHeart Gear micogrid fleece hoodie. Made in the USA, readily avialable, warm and fuzzy, but best for people who run cold or static use. Read More ...

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A look at the Alpha Squak V2. The TL;DR - I like the garment itself but I still find Alpha fleece a niche use for my needs. Read More ...

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A $20 grid fleece hoodie that's not as well made as others ones, but a good price for a no-frills piece of kit. Read More ...

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A look at the laek adventure towels - simple, sturdy, quick drying, and absorbent. Awesome for our extended camping trips and times in between backpacking. Read More ...

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